Molecular Life Sciences: Microbiology, Biotechnology and Biochemistry (MSc)
A research-oriented Master's program in molecular life sciences offered by the University of Göttingen.
Best for:Best for biology and biochemistry graduates seeking an intensive, research-oriented English-taught Master's degree in Germany.
Overview
The Master's program in Molecular Life Sciences: Microbiology, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry (MLS-MBB) is a research-focused, full-time degree program jointly offered by the Faculty of Biology and the Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Göttingen. Spanning four semesters, the curriculum builds upon existing undergraduate knowledge in molecular biology and biochemistry, teaching students to apply advanced methodological approaches to analyze biomolecules and cellular functions. Students engage in core modules, hands-on methods courses, individualized laboratory rotations, and conclude the program with an independent Master's thesis. The program is taught entirely in English and prepares graduates for doctoral research and professional careers in the biosciences.
What you'll do
- Complete modularized core lecture courses and seminars in molecular biology and biochemistry
- Participate in practical methods courses utilizing bacterial, fungal, and plant model organisms
- Conduct individually organized laboratory projects and research rotations
- Acquire additional job-related key competencies through cross-faculty and university-wide modules
- Execute an independent Master's thesis on a current academic topic within an active research environment
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Biology, Biosciences, or Biochemistry
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 level certified via official language certificate (e.g., UNIcert III, IELTS Academic 7, PTE Academic 76, telc English C1, TOEFL iBT 95)
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in molecular biology and biochemistry
- Ability to apply methodological approaches to analyze biomolecules and cellular functions
- Capacity to execute independent laboratory projects and research rotations
- Strong academic writing and research skills for thesis preparation
- Applicants from non-EU countries without an EU Bachelor's degree must apply between 1 January and 15 February
- Applicants who are EU citizens or hold an EU Bachelor's degree must apply between 1 April and 15 May
- Non-EU citizens may be required to take an assessment test given by the faculty if their entrance qualification was acquired outside the EU
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the university's specified portal within the designated application windows. Non-EU citizens without an EU Bachelor's degree apply between January 1 and February 15, while EU citizens or holders of EU Bachelor's degrees apply between April 1 and May 15. Ensure all required language certificates and academic transcripts are prepared and submitted prior to the deadline.
- BSc transcripts and degree certificate
- Official English language proficiency certificate
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